Captain John McDermid Repatriation Ceremony

Captain John McDermid served with the Royal Highland Fusiliers, the 2nd Battalion, The Royal Regiment of Scotland. He was killed when the patrol he was leading was hit by a roadside bomb in the Sangin district of Helmand Province. Captain McDermid (43) had served the regiment, the Army and his country for 21 years as a soldier and for the last three as an officer. "He represented everything that is special about the Army and the Royal Highland Fusiliers," said his commanding officer. He added: "John was a friend and mentor to everyone . . . his death will leave a gap in all our lives." A statement by his family said: "Everyone who knew John knew how loving, dedicated, strong and truly wonderful he was . . . his death has left a void that can never be filled."

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[tony201246]

May God bless the brave and all who serve on our behalf

[NeoFalcon69]

I couldn't say it better myself.

Such honourable men shall never be forgotten.

[MrIcekoldkilla]

love you Uncle John <3 RIP

[rabbieg09]

was a great guy gone but not forgotten

[nicoissupper]

god bless you John RIP x

[1888jazza]

gone but NEVER ! forgotten john !! a true inspiration to the british army! rest in peace

[CSGersFan]

May God Bless this man and his family